Panthers vs. Oilers Picks and Prediction – 6/6/2025

Florida Panthers (52-24-6) vs. Edmonton Oilers (49-27-6)
Time: 8:00 PM ET
Location: Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB
TV: TNT, truTV, Max

Previous Game:

  • Game 1: Oilers 4, Panthers 3 (OT)
    Florida led 3-2 entering the third but couldn’t close it out. Edmonton scored late and sealed the win in overtime behind Leon Draisaitl's clutch finish.

Head-to-Head:

Despite Edmonton's Game 1 win, Florida has dominated the recent series history, winning 6 of their last 10 meetings. That said, the Oilers’ momentum and home-ice edge are shifting the dynamic in this Final. Florida will need to regroup quickly to avoid going down 0-2.

Florida Panthers Breakdown:

Florida showed why it belongs in the Finals, putting up three goals and controlling stretches of Game 1. Sam Reinhart and Aleksander Barkov continued to lead the offense, and the power play looked sharp. However, lapses on the blue line and in net from Sergei Bobrovsky (3 goals allowed on 31 shots) proved costly.

The Panthers excel on the penalty kill and are among the league’s best in generating shorthanded pressure, but they gave up far too many quality chances late in Game 1. Florida is still 8-3 in their last 11 games and has won 4 of their last 5 road games, so expect a tighter, more disciplined effort in Game 2.

Key Players:

  • Sam Reinhart: 39 goals, 81 points

  • Aleksander Barkov: 51 assists, 4 shots in Game 1

  • Sergei Bobrovsky: 2.44 GAA, .906 SV%

Edmonton Oilers Breakdown:

Edmonton's top stars came through under pressure. Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid were dominant in the final 20 minutes, combining for 3 points. The Oilers have now won six straight playoff games and are a blistering 9-1 at home this postseason.

Still, Stuart Skinner continues to be a liability—his .896 save percentage is the lowest of any remaining starting goalie. If Florida had executed better in the third, Edmonton may not have escaped Game 1 with a win.

The Oilers thrive on fast breaks and offensive-zone cycles, but the loss of Alec Regula weakens their defensive depth. Expect another high-tempo, high-shot affair.

Key Players:

  • Leon Draisaitl: OT winner, 52 goals on the season

  • Connor McDavid: 74 assists, 3 SOG in Game 1

  • Stuart Skinner: 2.81 GAA, .896 SV%

Betting Trends:

Florida Panthers:

  • 8-3 in last 11 games

  • 4-1 in last 5 road games

  • OVER is 15-5 in last 20 games

Edmonton Oilers:

  • 6-0 in last 6 games

  • 9-1 at home in playoffs

  • OVER is 4-2 in last 6 games

Exact Score Prediction:

Florida Panthers 4 – Edmonton Oilers 3

Our Best Bet:

Over 6 Total Goals (-125)

Game 1 hit 7 goals, and both teams showed they can generate high-danger chances consistently. With both power plays clicking and Stuart Skinner vulnerable in net, goals should come in waves again. The Panthers will come out more aggressive offensively, and the Oilers' firepower is always present. Expect another tight, high-scoring battle in Game 2.

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